Caitlin Horner
Manly,IA
Summary
Novice RN seeking to apply my ability to perform in a fast-paced, stressful environment and learned skills and knowledge to continue to grow and assist your department as a staff nurse. 5 years of CNA experience, 1 year of LPN experience in long-term care, skilled, and behavioral health, and 9 months of RN experience on a cardiac stepdown unit that contributed to a variety of skills.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center
08.2024 - Current
- Maintained detailed records of patient conditions, reactions and progress in alignment with physician orders.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
Licensed Practical Nurse
MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center
08.2023 - 08.2024
- Utilized conflict management skills to de-escalate situations using CPI training and determine solutions to situations
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide effective patient care
- Therapeutically communicated with patients and family members to meet the desired outcomes of the hospital stay and to determine patient needs following discharge
Certified Nurse Aide
MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center
12.2020 - 08.2023
- Established rapport with patients and family members and provided emotional support
- Advocated for the patients' needs and collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide effective patient care
- Maintained safety aspects of the unit to prevent accidents or injuries
Certified Nurse Aide
MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center
06.2019 - 02.2021
- Encouraged patients to participate in their treatment regimen to gain independence
- Established rapport with patients and family members and advocated for the patients' needs
- Effectively trained new CNA hires
Education
Associate Degree - Nursing
Northeast Iowa Community College
Calmar, IA05.2024
Diploma - Practical Nursing
Northeast Iowa Community College
Calmar, IA05.2023
Skills
- Effective and therapeutic written and verbal communication
- Proficient conflict management and de-escalation skills
- Good time management skills
- Thorough patient assessment
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams
- Established rapport with patients and family members
- Advocated for patients' needs
- Encouraged patient participation in treatment
- IV drug therapy management
- Telemetry monitoring
Certification
- CPI Certified, Crisis Prevention Institute, 05/01/24
- Mandatory Reporter, 05/05/24
- Basic Life Support, American Heart Association, 06/11/23
- Licensed Practical Nurse, 06/16/23
- Registered Nurse, 06/24/2024
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support, American Heart Association, 11/06/2024
Additional Information
Lindsay Johansen
(Nursing Instructor)
johansenl@nicc.edu
563-422-1073
Jason Ward
wardjde@mercyhealth.com
641-512-8467
Timeline
Registered Nurse
MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center
08.2024 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center
08.2023 - 08.2024
Certified Nurse Aide
MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center
12.2020 - 08.2023
Certified Nurse Aide
MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center
06.2019 - 02.2021
Diploma - Practical Nursing
Northeast Iowa Community College
Associate Degree - Nursing
Northeast Iowa Community College
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